Nestled between San Antonio and Boerne, Texas, Lemon Creek Ranch is a transformational 118-acre mixed-use development that blends the natural charm of the Hill Country with a forward-thinking vision for modern living.

Developed in partnership with Valcor, the project serves as both a gateway to Fair Oaks Ranch and a vibrant destination, featuring retail, residential, office, and recreational spaces thoughtfully integrated into the landscape.

WGI is proud to be a trusted partner in this ambitious endeavor, providing comprehensive civil engineering and planning services that help translate vision into reality.

Honoring Legacy, Embracing Opportunity

The land that Lemon Creek Ranch now occupies carries a rich legacy, one rooted in tradition, resilience, and community.

For generations, this landscape was home to the Calvert family, who arrived by wagon in the late 19th century – James Calvert, remembered for filling the hill country air with the sound of his piccolo, built a life of simplicity, music, and fellowship under the shade of sprawling live oaks.

Fast forward to today, where the Lemon Creek Ranch honors this history through a deep respect for the natural features of the land.

From the preserved creek beds and heritage trees to the placement of community spaces that encourage connection and gathering, this development stands as a modern manifestation of that same spirit, where nature, community, and commerce intersect.

A Hill Country Destination for Work, Life, and Play

Lemon Creek Ranch is masterfully planned to become a central hub for one of the fastest-growing corridors in Central Texas.

Located along the high-visibility IH-10 corridor with more than 2,000 feet of frontage and daily traffic counts exceeding 62,000 vehicles, the site is poised for long-term success. Within a 3-mile radius, the average household income exceeds $160,000, with home values nearing $400,000, an indicator of the area’s strong economic vitality and demographic appeal.

The Project Includes:

• 700,000 to 850,000 square feet of commercial space
• 600-700 Class A residential units
• More than 25 acres of dedicated parkland and trails
• Two bodies of living water
• Hospitality and entertainment zones along Lemon Creek
• Pad sites, retail, office, and restaurant opportunities

Phase 1 of the development features 85,000+ RSF of retail and office space, including a three-story mixed-use anchor building and numerous freestanding pads for restaurants and retail.

The site also integrates a multi-phase trail system designed for recreation and events, offering loops of various lengths, including a full 5K route.

Civil Engineering for a Purpose-Driven Development

WGI played a key role in the success of Lemon Creek Ranch, providing civil engineering services that supported the foundational elements of this visionary development.

Our civil team was responsible for the design and coordination of critical site infrastructure, ensuring the project’s layout worked seamlessly with the land’s natural topography and environmental features.

Our Services Include:

• Site Design: WGI developed site plans tailored to support the wide range of uses across Lemon Creek Ranch, from retail and multifamily to hospitality and park space. Our civil design balanced these land uses with the technical demands of grading, drainage, and utility layout, ensuring the site could evolve smoothly through each development phase. The result is a cohesive framework that prioritizes functionality, flexibility, and a meaningful connection to the natural landscape.

• Multi-Jurisdictional Permitting: Lemon Creek Ranch’s location and scale required extensive coordination across multiple governing agencies, leading the permitting process through TxDOT, Bexar County, the City of San Antonio, and San Antonio Water System (SAWS). This involved close collaboration with each authority to ensure all infrastructure components met jurisdictional standards and timelines, keeping the project on track for phased delivery.

• Regulatory Strategy and Coordination: Our team brought regulatory expertise to the table, guiding the project through complex permitting milestones while maintaining alignment with the broader development goals. From utility approvals to roadway connections, we served as a trusted liaison between the development team and local agencies.

As with all of our projects, WGI approached Lemon Creek Ranch with a focus on collaboration, precision, and long-term value, delivering civil engineering solutions that form the backbone of this next-generation mixed-use destination.

Creating a Sense of Place

What sets Lemon Creek Ranch apart is its intentionality – It’s not just about buildings and roadways, it’s about crafting a destination where people want to be.

The architectural style blends wood, limestone, and dark metals with generous glass features, creating a visual and experiential harmony with the Texas Hill Country.

WGI’s ability to understand and execute this vision was essential to balancing function with form, ensuring infrastructure could support high-density commercial and residential use without compromising the development’s serene and natural character.

A Partnership Rooted in Progress

Lemon Creek Ranch is already reshaping the future of this growing region, and WGI is proud to play a vital role in its continued progress. Our multidisciplinary expertise and deep understanding of Texas development landscapes made us the ideal partner to support this large-scale, multifaceted project.

As Lemon Creek Ranch continues to grow with new commercial, residential, and recreational amenities, it stands as a testament to what’s possible when visionary planning meets precise engineering.

Partner With WGI to Bring Your Vision to Life

From urban masterplans to neighborhood trail systems, WGI delivers forward-thinking solutions that turn complex developments into thriving communities.

Contact our team to learn how we can support your next project with engineering excellence and a commitment to creating places people love!